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Diamondbacks' J.D. Martinez hits four home runs, ties MLB record

J.D. Martinez hit a record-tying four home runs for the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night, tying the major league record in a startling power demonstrate at Dodger Stadium. And get this: He struck out his very first time up, then connected four times in a row, including shots in the seventh, eighth and.

Juan Martin del Potro rallies past Dominic Thiem, faces Roger Federer next at U.S. Open

Juan Martin del Potro's stay at the U.S. Open indeed should be over. Almost was. The two thousand nine champ at Flushing Meadows had a fever and thought about quitting while ripping off the opening two sets with little resistance against No. 6-seeded Dominic Thiem in the fourth round Monday. Then he trailed.

Rymer Liriano's big day for White Sox can't halt Indians' 12-game win streak

Monday was Rymer Liriano's day at Assured Rate Field. The White Sox left fielder collected two hits and three RBIs, his very first in the big leagues since 2014. Unluckily for the Sox, it also was the Indians' day — as it has been every day since Aug. 24. The Indians overcame Liriano's strong.

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Rymer Liriano

Bears' five injured starters: Week one status and options to substitute them

Scars from the Bears' two thousand sixteen season were more than physical. After nineteen players finished the season on injured reserve — a major factor in the team's 3-13 record — the Bears did an inquest, hoping to avoid similar misfortune this season. They declined to publicize many details of their findings, but.

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Cubs season not yet a classic, but the plot is thickening

Kris Bryant was showcasing off his Paul Crewe “Mean Machine” jersey Sunday morning in the Cubs clubhouse, leisure wear for their latest theme tour celebrating the begin of football season. “The Longest Yard” was Bryant's choice movie reference, but which one, the Adam Sandler version or the original.

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

Cubs want Willson Contreras to take it slow; not so for Javier Baez

After almost four weeks of rehabilitation and baseball drills, catcher Willson Contreras is close to beginning a rehab assignment with one of the Cubs' minor-league affiliates headed for the playoffs. But Contreras will have some limitations that the Cubs won't place on shortstop Javier Baez, even.

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Rymer Liriano

White Sox manager Rick Renteria discusses the play of latest White Sox call-up Rymer Liriano on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)

Justin Thomas wins Dell Technologies Championship for 5th title of the season

The victories keep piling up for Justin Thomas, and all that does is make him want more. In a Labor Day finish that was stiffer than the final margin suggested, Thomas kept his patience when Jordan Spieth shot out to a brief lead and Marc Leishman built a two-shot lead at the turn. Keeping his mistakes.

Cubs, Jake Arrieta optimistic right hamstring injury won't sideline him

The condition of Jake Arrieta's right hamstring Tuesday morning will tell the Cubs pitcher whether he will need an MRI to determine the severity of his injury. The Cubs described Arrieta's ailment as tightness after he left Monday's 12-0 humbling by the Pirates following a pitch to rookie slugger.

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

Leonys Martin relishes surprise Cubs debut as pitcher

Outfielder Leonys Martin had to peek at the radar gun readings on the board at PNC Park. For Martin, his surprise appearance Monday night was a fantasy come true for him in his Cubs debut. Despite a 12-0 loss, Martin was glad to make his very first Cubs appearance as a pitcher after manager Joe Maddon.

On the eve of a crucial game, the U.S. guys's national team is feeling the warmth

This industrial and financial hub in the Sula Valley is an unforgiving place, scarred by an ultraviolent past and a roasting warmth index. On the southern edge of town, in the shadows of the Sierra del Merendon, stands Estadio Olimpico Metropolitano, splashed in the blue and white of the national.

White Sox to host prospects Michael Kopech, Eloy Jimenez this week

The White Sox will welcome two of their top prospects this week to Ensured Rate Field — as guests. With many minor-league seasons wrapping up Monday, Double-A Birmingham outfielder Eloy Jimenez and Triple-A Charlotte right-hander Michael Kopech are scheduled to visit Chicago on Tuesday and Wednesday.

A look at the White Sox embarking roster in 2020

Joe Maddon on Jake Arrieta's hamstring

Cubs manager Joe Maddon discusses starter Jake Arrieta's hamstring injury on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

Cubs starter Jake Arrieta discusses his hamstring injury on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Adam Engel

White Sox manager Rick Renteria discusses the play of latest White Sox call-up Rymer Liriano on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)

White Sox starter James Shields on bruised knee

White Sox pitcher James Shields discusses his bruised knee on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)

Mike Glennon to commence vs. Falcons as Bears' QB pecking order takes form

The Bears returned to practice at Halas Hall on Monday with their roster trimmed and their concentrate shifted toward Sunday's season opener against the Falcons at Soldier Field. After three consecutive last-place finishes in the NFC North, the Bears are a touchdown underdog against the Falcons, even.

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Son of Mike Locksley, former Illinois offensive coordinator, shot and killed

The college football community was packed with sadness Monday upon learning that one of Mike Locksley's four children has been killed. Meiko Locksley, 25, suffered a fatal gunshot wound, according to the ABC affiliate in Baltimore. Mike Locksley, a former offensive coordinator at Illinois under.

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

Freshman Mike Epstein's loyalty pays off for Illinois

During his very first day as Illinois offensive coordinator, Garrick McGee observed movie of a high school running back and knew the Illini had to act quickly. Mike Epstein, at the time a junior at national powerhouse St. Thomas Aquinas in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., had committed to Illinois in August 2015.

Bears make wise decision keeping Mark Sanchez on the roster

At the risk of being redundant, what stood out most about the Bears' 53-man roster was that none of the offensive linemen protecting quarterback Mitch Trubisky in the final minute of the fourth exhibition game made it. That only underscored the absurdity of the situation Thursday. The look of.

Dolphins say they'll be ready if Hurricane Irma coerces Sunday's game to budge

The Dolphins say they’re ready to adjust if Sunday’s season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Hard Rock Stadium needs to be moved — to a different location or date — due to Hurricane Irma. The Associated Press has reported that the NFL is considering moving the game to another site.

Omar Kelly and Chris Perkins discuss how Hurricane Irma can affect the Dolphins and more

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Tribune reporters Rich Campbell and Dan Wiederer look at the Bears injury list ahead of the season opener against the Falcons in the latest edition of Halas Hall Pass.

Joe Maddon, Chris Bosio decline response to Brett Anderson's critical tweet

Cubs manager Joe Maddon seemed amused to learn that left-hander Brett Anderson took a veiled shot at the organization on Twitter. “That's why I love Twitter so much,” Maddon quipped Monday after learning of Anderson's comments. Anderson, who was released two months ago by the Cubs after a 2-2 embark.

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

Cubs manager Joe Maddon talks about the injury to Javier Baez on Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Willson Contreras runs the bases

Willson Contreras runs the bases before the Cubs game against the Pirates in Pittsburgh on Sept. Five, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Connor Grey throws very first ideal game in Kane County Cougars' 27-year history

Cougars pitcher Connor Grey was well aware of what was happening Friday after retiring down Clinton's lineup in order each of the very first through times through the batting order. The right-hander even remained silent as he set down the very first twenty six LumberKings. The calmness shortly left him with two outs.

Mitch Trubisky or Mark Sanchez? John Fox won't publicize Bears' backup quarterback

Bears coach John Fox on Monday declined to stay whether Mark Sanchez or Mitch Trubisky will back up Mike Glennon in Sunday’s season opener against the Falcons. Given the Bears’ desire to be deliberate in developing Trubisky, the second-overall draft pick, it would be surprising if Sanchez were.

Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky

Javier Baez on his vision and thumb: 'Ready to go tomorrow'

Cubs' Javier Baez on his blurry vision and injured thumb before the game against the Pirates on Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

The 'King of Bling' behind the viral Miami Hurricanes ‘Turnover Chain’

Anthony John Machado, better known as AJ, got the call from Miami cornerbacks coach Mike Rumph toughly two weeks before the Hurricanes’ opener. Rumph, the two thousand two first-round pick out of UM, had purchased from AJ’s Jewelry during his six-year professional career. He’s not alone. Dubbed the “King of.

A look inwards AJ's Jewelry, provider of UM's 'Turnover Chain'

Chicago-area high school football Week three rankings

The Chicago Tribune suburban sports department has teamed up with The Cube to present the rankings of the top twenty high school football teams in the Chicago area. See last week's rankings here. With records and previous rankings: 1. Lincoln-Way East 2-0 (Two) Last week: Defeated Maine South 28-26.

Bring on the Dodgers? Cubs have to deal with the Nationals very first.

Some traditions die hard in sports. Take bulletin-board material, even as bulletin boards give way to computer screens. The generic term still is applied to provocative remarks one contestant might suggest, inadvertently or otherwise, to rouse the ire of another in a pending competition. It's part.

Bears set 9-man practice squad, place Deiondre' Hall on injured reserve

The Bears already have mounting injury problems as they inject Week 1. They put defensive back Deiondre' Hall on injured reserve because of the hamstring injury he suffered in Thursday's exhibition finale. He's the ninth Bear to be put on I.R. The others: Receiver Cameron Meredith (left knee), offensive.

A dozen storylines to kick off the two thousand seventeen NFL season

It has been a decade since the Patriots came within a game of a flawless season and even longer since they became the last team to repeat as champions. It's unlikely to say if Fresh England can navigate a four-month regular season without a loss before gearing up for the playoffs. But Bill Belichick's.

QB Andrew Luck ruled out for Colts' opener

Andrew Luck will not play in Sunday's season opener against the Los Angeles Rams. General manager Chris Ballard made the official announcement Monday. Luck has not taken a snap or thrown a pass to a teammate since having January surgery to repair a partially ripped labrum in his throwing shoulder.

NFC North preview: Best- and worst-case screenplays

A look at the prospects of NFC North Division teams for 2017: Packers 2016: 10-6, very first place. Lost to the Falcons 44-21 in the NFC championship game. Key additions: TE Martellus Bennett, CB Kevin King, CB Davon House, G Jahri Evans. Key subtractions: RB Eddie Lacy, G T.J. Lang, DB Micah Hyde.

2017 Bears schedule: Tribune writers make their picks

Series preview: Cubs at Pirates

All games on WSCR-AM 670. Season series: Cubs lead 8-7. Monday: Trio:05 p.m., ABC-7 RH Jake Arrieta (14-8, Trio.36) vs. RH Chad Kuhl (6-10, Four.54) Tuesday: 6:05 p.m., CSN RH Kyle Hendricks (6-4, Trio.32) vs LH Steven Brault (0-0, Five.93) Wednesday: 6:05 p.m., WGN-9 LH Jose Quintana (5-3, Four.50) vs. RH Gerrit.

Series preview: Indians at White Sox

All games on WLS-AM 890. Season series: Indians lead 7-5. Monday: 1:Ten p.m., WGN-9 RH Trevor Bauer (14-8, Four.46) vs. RH James Shields (2-5, Five.72) Tuesday: 7:Ten p.m., CSN-Plus, CLTV RH Danny Salazar (5-6, Four.30) vs. David Holmberg (2-3, Trio.55) Wednesday: 7:Ten p.m., CSN RH Carlos Carrasco (13-6, Three.67).

Bears roster analysis: Not enough difference-makers

The Bears will comeback to practice Monday at Halas Hall with a revised 53-man roster as coach John Fox and general manager Ryan Tempo come in Year three of their rebuilding project. How should we view the team Fox will lead into Sunday's season opener against Falcons at Soldier Field? We asked the Tribune's.

Bears quarterback Mike Glennon

NFL player Jake Butt found a natural sponsorship: Charmin

As a kid, Jake Butt asked his dad whether he could switch his last name. But as a Denver Broncos rookie taut end, he's embraced it. It became a fan beloved when he was an All-American at Michigan and a popular talking point for his friends, who joked that he could pursue an endorsement with Charmin.

These six NFL teams are going green with their coaches

Reuse and recycle? Not in the NFL this season, where teams have gotten away from hiring retreads as head coaches. Of the league’s six fresh head coaches, five are doing the job for the very first time, and the sixth, Jacksonville’s Doug Marrone, has a slender NFL resume with two seasons as coach in Buffalo.

A fresh NFL season brings a bevy of switches to the game's rules

With every season, churn, churn, churn. Like every NFL season, there are slew of switches this year, including fresh rules and tweaked old ones, big-name players switching cities, and record books that are waiting to be rewritten. Sam Farmer takes a look back and forward at the season to come. Celebrations.

UCLA stuns Texas A&M 45-44 after 34-point comeback in 2nd half

Josh Rosen faked a spike and threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Jordan Lasley with forty three seconds remaining and UCLA overcame a 34-point deficit to overwhelm Texas A&M 45-44 on Sunday night. Rosen was thirty five of fifty nine for four hundred ninety one yards and four touchdowns, and Jalen Starks and Soso Jamabo had touchdown runs for the.

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

Courtney Vandersloot sets single-season assists per game record; Sky fall 85-80 to Storm

Breanna Stewart scored twenty nine points, making two free throws with 15.6 seconds left for a three-point lead, and the Seattle Storm strike the Sky 85-80 on Sunday. Seattle rallied to take a 79-78 lead with Trio:11 left as Jewell Loyd's open 3-pointer from the corner capped a 9-0 run. After Stewart's makes.

Redskins safety Su'a Cravens talked out of retiring for now

The Washington Redskins placed Su'a Cravens on the exempt/left squad list Sunday, and his future is in doubt after teammates said the 22-year-old safety had to be talked out of retiring. Cravens, penciled in as the starter at strong safety, has been out since Aug. Fifteen following knee surgery to repair.

Maria Sharapova's Grand Jam comeback finishes; Venus Williams to U.S. Open quarterfinals

Maybe this was just one three-setter too many for Maria Sharapova. Sharapova attempted a bit of everything, even resorting to switching over her racket to hit a few lefty shots. Still, the five-time major champ could not fairly keep her Grand Ram comeback from a doping suspension going, losing in.

Jose Abreu 'shining' example for youngsters in White Sox rebuild

Jose Abreu has an excellent reason for wanting to be in the White Sox lineup every game. “Because my mom is not blessed when I'm not playing,” he said through a team interpreter before the Sox faced the Rays on Sunday at sun-splashed Assured Rate Field. It's always a good idea to keep Mom blessed.

Lucas Giolito on his outing in White Sox's 6-2 win over Rays

Coming off very first career win, Carson Fulmer's role could expand for White Sox

Carson Fulmer's rebound from a disastrous very first outing of the season to get his very first major-league victory Saturday night against the Rays might have earned the youthful right-hander another begin. After being recalled from Triple-A Charlotte on Friday, Fulmer earned the win in ease during the Sox's.

White Sox pitcher Carson Fulmer on earning very first major-league win

Anthony Rizzo's surge could put him in MVP picture, tho’ still a long shot

Has Anthony Rizzo worked his way into the National League Most Valuable Player conversation with his sizzling 2nd half? “Oh, yeah, absolutely,” Cubs teammate Kris Bryant said. “It doesn't help that guys are playing out of their minds this year. It's one of those weird, different years.” The.

Anthony Rizzo on his year-to-year consistency, Cubs' playoff shove

Javier Baez suffers blurred vision after eye injury; status uncertain

In a blink of an eye, the Cubs' second-half surge looked to be in jeopardy. Shortstop Javier Baez was kneed in the right eye on a headfirst slide into 2nd base during the 2nd inning of the Cubs' 5-1 loss to the Braves on Sunday and later came out of the game suffering from blurred vision.

Cutdown weekend a reminder Bears are run-first team

It might be fairly some time before the Bears carry five taut finishes on their 53-man roster again, a cutdown weekend oddity that lasted twenty four hours. It's a good reminder of what general manager Ryan Rhythm said at the commence of training camp, that the position is one of the strengths on the roster. It's.

Anthony Rizzo on Sunday's 5-1 loss to Braves, Javier Baez's injury

Cubs very first baseman Anthony Rizzo discusses the injury to Javier Baez and the team's spectacle in the 5-1 loss to the Braves on Sunday, Sept. Three, 2017. (Paul Sullivan/Chicago Tribune)

Bulls' Lauri Markkanen starlets as Finland hits Poland in dual OT at EuroBasket

Lauri Markkanen even playing for Finland on Sunday in their epic dual overtime victory over Poland at FIBA’s EuroBasket tournament could’ve been cause for celebration for Bulls fans. Some observers feared the worst Saturday when Markannen had to be helped off the court after appearing to suffer.

Lucas Giolito on his outing in White Sox's 6-2 win over Rays

White Sox kicking off pitcher Lucas Giolito reacts after his outing in the 6-2 win over the Rays on Sunday, Sept. Trio, 2017. (Chris Kuc/Chicago Tribune)

Nic Weishar clutches very first career TD for Notre Dame

Nic Weishar wished to create some space inbetween him and Temple linebacker Sam Franklin. As the Notre Dame taut end ran his route late in the very first quarter Saturday, he attempted to use an official as a pick. “I don't know if it worked,” Weishar said. Albeit the coverage remained taut, there.

Notre Dame's Josh Adams, Nic Weishar on 49-16 win over Temple

Five things we learned about Big Ten football this weekend

Five things we learned after a insanely profitable weekend in the desert: (Hope someone got rich by betting on Howard, a 45-point underdog at UNLV. A hundred on the money line paid out as much as $71,500.) Oklahoma-Ohio State could be epic. The Buckeyes sizzled late in Bloomington, scoring the final.

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

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Diamondbacks' J.D. Martinez hits four home runs, ties MLB record

Juan Martin del Potro rallies past Dominic Thiem, faces Roger Federer next at U.S. Open

Juan Martin del Potro's stay at the U.S. Open truly should be over. Almost was. The two thousand nine champ at Flushing Meadows had a fever and thought about quitting while pulling down the opening two sets with little resistance against No. 6-seeded Dominic Thiem in the fourth round Monday. Then he trailed.

Rymer Liriano's big day for White Sox can't halt Indians' 12-game win streak

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Rymer Liriano

Bears' five injured starters: Week one status and options to substitute them

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Cubs season not yet a classic, but the plot is thickening

Kris Bryant was displaying off his Paul Crewe “Mean Machine” jersey Sunday morning in the Cubs clubhouse, leisure wear for their latest theme journey celebrating the embark of football season. “The Longest Yard” was Bryant's choice movie reference, but which one, the Adam Sandler version or the original.

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

Cubs want Willson Contreras to take it slow; not so for Javier Baez

After almost four weeks of rehabilitation and baseball drills, catcher Willson Contreras is close to kicking off a rehab assignment with one of the Cubs' minor-league affiliates headed for the playoffs. But Contreras will have some limitations that the Cubs won't place on shortstop Javier Baez, even.

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Rymer Liriano

White Sox manager Rick Renteria discusses the play of latest White Sox call-up Rymer Liriano on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)

Justin Thomas wins Dell Technologies Championship for 5th title of the season

Cubs, Jake Arrieta optimistic right hamstring injury won't sideline him

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

Leonys Martin relishes surprise Cubs debut as pitcher

Outfielder Leonys Martin had to peek at the radar gun readings on the board at PNC Park. For Martin, his surprise appearance Monday night was a wish come true for him in his Cubs debut. Despite a 12-0 loss, Martin was glad to make his very first Cubs appearance as a pitcher after manager Joe Maddon.

On the eve of a crucial game, the U.S. fellows's national team is feeling the fever

This industrial and financial hub in the Sula Valley is an unforgiving place, scarred by an ultraviolent past and a roasting fever index. On the southern edge of town, in the shadows of the Sierra del Merendon, stands Estadio Olimpico Metropolitano, splashed in the blue and white of the national.

White Sox to host prospects Michael Kopech, Eloy Jimenez this week

A look at the White Sox kicking off roster in 2020

Joe Maddon on Jake Arrieta's hamstring

Cubs manager Joe Maddon discusses starter Jake Arrieta's hamstring injury on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

Cubs starter Jake Arrieta discusses his hamstring injury on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Adam Engel

White Sox manager Rick Renteria discusses the play of latest White Sox call-up Rymer Liriano on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)

White Sox starter James Shields on bruised knee

White Sox pitcher James Shields discusses his bruised knee on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)

Mike Glennon to commence vs. Falcons as Bears' QB pecking order takes form

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Son of Mike Locksley, former Illinois offensive coordinator, shot and killed

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

Freshman Mike Epstein's loyalty pays off for Illinois

Bears make brainy decision keeping Mark Sanchez on the roster

Dolphins say they'll be ready if Hurricane Irma coerces Sunday's game to budge

Omar Kelly and Chris Perkins discuss how Hurricane Irma can affect the Dolphins and more

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Tribune reporters Rich Campbell and Dan Wiederer look at the Bears injury list ahead of the season opener against the Falcons in the latest edition of Halas Hall Pass.

Joe Maddon, Chris Bosio decline response to Brett Anderson's critical tweet

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

Cubs manager Joe Maddon talks about the injury to Javier Baez on Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Willson Contreras runs the bases

Willson Contreras runs the bases before the Cubs game against the Pirates in Pittsburgh on Sept. Five, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Connor Grey throws very first flawless game in Kane County Cougars' 27-year history

Cougars pitcher Connor Grey was well aware of what was happening Friday after retiring down Clinton's lineup in order each of the very first through times through the batting order. The right-hander even remained peaceful as he set down the very first twenty six LumberKings. The calmness shortly left him with two outs.

Mitch Trubisky or Mark Sanchez? John Fox won't publicize Bears' backup quarterback

Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky

Javier Baez on his vision and thumb: 'Ready to go tomorrow'

Cubs' Javier Baez on his blurry vision and injured thumb before the game against the Pirates on Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

The 'King of Bling' behind the viral Miami Hurricanes ‘Turnover Chain’

A look inwards AJ's Jewelry, provider of UM's 'Turnover Chain'

Chicago-area high school football Week three rankings

Bring on the Dodgers? Cubs have to deal with the Nationals very first.

Bears set 9-man practice squad, place Deiondre' Hall on injured reserve

A dozen storylines to kick off the two thousand seventeen NFL season

QB Andrew Luck ruled out for Colts' opener

NFC North preview: Best- and worst-case scripts

2017 Bears schedule: Tribune writers make their picks

Series preview: Cubs at Pirates

Series preview: Indians at White Sox

Bears roster analysis: Not enough difference-makers

The Bears will come back to practice Monday at Halas Hall with a revised 53-man roster as coach John Fox and general manager Ryan Rhythm inject Year three of their rebuilding project. How should we view the team Fox will lead into Sunday's season opener against Falcons at Soldier Field? We asked the Tribune's.

Bears quarterback Mike Glennon

NFL player Jake Butt found a natural sponsorship: Charmin

As a kid, Jake Butt asked his dad whether he could switch his last name. But as a Denver Broncos rookie taut end, he's embraced it. It became a fan dearest when he was an All-American at Michigan and a popular talking point for his friends, who joked that he could pursue an endorsement with Charmin.

These six NFL teams are going green with their coaches

A fresh NFL season brings a bevy of switches to the game's rules

UCLA stuns Texas A&M 45-44 after 34-point comeback in 2nd half

Josh Rosen faked a spike and threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Jordan Lasley with forty three seconds remaining and UCLA overcame a 34-point deficit to numb Texas A&M 45-44 on Sunday night. Rosen was thirty five of fifty nine for four hundred ninety one yards and four touchdowns, and Jalen Starks and Soso Jamabo had touchdown runs for the.

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

Courtney Vandersloot sets single-season assists per game record; Sky fall 85-80 to Storm

Breanna Stewart scored twenty nine points, making two free throws with 15.6 seconds left for a three-point lead, and the Seattle Storm hammer the Sky 85-80 on Sunday. Seattle rallied to take a 79-78 lead with Trio:11 left as Jewell Loyd's open 3-pointer from the corner capped a 9-0 run. After Stewart's makes.

Redskins safety Su'a Cravens talked out of retiring for now

Maria Sharapova's Grand Ram comeback completes; Venus Williams to U.S. Open quarterfinals

Maybe this was just one three-setter too many for Maria Sharapova. Sharapova attempted a bit of everything, even resorting to switching over her racket to hit a few lefty shots. Still, the five-time major champ could not fairly keep her Grand Catapult comeback from a doping suspension going, losing in.

Jose Abreu 'shining' example for youngsters in White Sox rebuild

Jose Abreu has an excellent reason for wanting to be in the White Sox lineup every game. “Because my mom is not glad when I'm not playing,” he said through a team interpreter before the Sox faced the Rays on Sunday at sun-splashed Assured Rate Field. It's always a good idea to keep Mom blessed.

Lucas Giolito on his outing in White Sox's 6-2 win over Rays

Coming off very first career win, Carson Fulmer's role could expand for White Sox

Carson Fulmer's rebound from a disastrous very first outing of the season to get his very first major-league victory Saturday night against the Rays might have earned the youthfull right-hander another embark. After being recalled from Triple-A Charlotte on Friday, Fulmer earned the win in ease during the Sox's.

White Sox pitcher Carson Fulmer on earning very first major-league win

Anthony Rizzo's surge could put him in MVP picture, tho’ still a long shot

Anthony Rizzo on his year-to-year consistency, Cubs' playoff shove

Javier Baez suffers blurred vision after eye injury; status uncertain

Cutdown weekend a reminder Bears are run-first team

It might be fairly some time before the Bears carry five taut completes on their 53-man roster again, a cutdown weekend oddity that lasted twenty four hours. It's a good reminder of what general manager Ryan Rhythm said at the commence of training camp, that the position is one of the strengths on the roster. It's.

Anthony Rizzo on Sunday's 5-1 loss to Braves, Javier Baez's injury

Cubs very first baseman Anthony Rizzo discusses the injury to Javier Baez and the team's spectacle in the 5-1 loss to the Braves on Sunday, Sept. Trio, 2017. (Paul Sullivan/Chicago Tribune)

Bulls' Lauri Markkanen starlets as Finland strikes Poland in dual OT at EuroBasket

Lucas Giolito on his outing in White Sox's 6-2 win over Rays

White Sox beginning pitcher Lucas Giolito reacts after his outing in the 6-2 win over the Rays on Sunday, Sept. Trio, 2017. (Chris Kuc/Chicago Tribune)

Nic Weishar clutches very first career TD for Notre Dame

Nic Weishar dreamed to create some space inbetween him and Temple linebacker Sam Franklin. As the Notre Dame taut end ran his route late in the very first quarter Saturday, he attempted to use an official as a pick. “I don't know if it worked,” Weishar said. Albeit the coverage remained taut, there.

Notre Dame's Josh Adams, Nic Weishar on 49-16 win over Temple

Five things we learned about Big Ten football this weekend

Five things we learned after a frantically profitable weekend in the desert: (Hope someone got rich by betting on Howard, a 45-point underdog at UNLV. A hundred on the money line paid out as much as $71,500.) Oklahoma-Ohio State could be epic. The Buckeyes sizzled late in Bloomington, scoring the final.

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

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Cubs catcher Willson Contreras on his hamstring, rehab

Cubs catcher Willson Contreras discusses his hamstring injury and his rehab plan on Tuesday, Sept. Five, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Jake Arrieta's instant response to injury a refreshing reminder for Cubs

We live in a professional sports world in which caution rules and athletes insulated by fear of injury too often protect their self-interests with bubble wrap, cautiously plotting every stir to maximize their earning potential. That safe, me-first culture at times pits cautiousness versus competitiveness.

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

White Sox prospect Tyler Danish 'unbelievably blessed' after car crash

White Sox pitching prospect Tyler Danish suffered a dislocated left shoulder when he was involved in an eight-car crash that involved a semi-truck on his way home from his Triple-A Charlotte season Monday night. The Sox said Tuesday that Danish was treated at a Jacksonville, Fla., hospital for.

White Sox pitcher Tyler Danish on recording very first career win

Iowa fires back on accusation that it should have protected C.J. Beathard

In a jarring chunk published last week by The Fresh York Times, Ed Cunningham disclosed why he gave up his prominent, 20-year gig as a college football analyst for ESPN. Cunningham said he could no longer be a “cheerleader” for a sport with “some real dangers: violated limbs, wear and rip. But the.

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

ESPN denies report Taylor Swift will perform at College Football National Championship

Taylor Swift may or may not be performing at halftime of the College Football National Championship Game. It depends who you believe. A report from Entertainment Tonight on Tuesday said the singer-songwriter had reached an agreement to perform at halftime of the Jan. 8. However, ESPN released a.

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

Bears podcast: Bears season preview and predictions

Welcome to the weekly Bear Download podcast with Rich Campbell and Dan Wiederer. Listen below or subscribe and listen on iTunes | Stitcher | Google Play The Tribune's Rich Campbell and Dan Wiederer are ready to talk some football: The Bears' factors for success and failure (Two:16 mark), what John.

Jake Arrieta to have MRI on his right hamstring

Jake Arrieta will fall under an MRI on his right hamstring on Tuesday afternoon, but the Cubs ace reportedly feels fine. The MRI will be performed to rule out any abnormalities. There was no MRI performed Monday night so the erection in Arrieta’s gam could subside so they could get a more accurate.

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

Javier Baez comebacks to Cubs lineup, Anthony Rizzo sits

Shortstop Javier Baez comes back Tuesday night to the Chicago Cubs' lineup, but Anthony Rizzo will get a rest. Baez sat out Monday's 12-0 loss to the Pirates with a engorged left thumb he injured while sliding into 2nd base Sunday. With the Pirates commencing rookie left-hander Steven Brault, switch-hitting.

Fresh Bears podcast hosts take no prisoners — even former teammates

When former Bears Lance Briggs, Alex Brown and Anthony “Spice” Adams launch a fresh iTunes podcast on Wednesday, Jerry Angelo might want to listen something else. Anything else. In the very first gig of “Two Guys and a Pro Bowler,” the Bears trio give remarkably candid (and many times laugh-out-loud).

White Sox request waivers for Derek Holland's release, activate Yoan Moncada from DL

The White Sox made three roster moves before Tuesday’s game against the Indians at Ensured Rate Field, including calling up left-handed reliever Jace Fry from Double-A Birmingham for what will be his major-league debut. Fry joins a Sox bullpen brief a left-hander after the Sox requested waivers.

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Rymer Liriano

Joe Maddon cautious about injuries to Javier Baez and Jake Arrieta

Joe Maddon’s rule of thumb — and hamstring — is better safe than sorry. The Cubs manager told The Score’s “Spiegel and Parkins Show” he didn’t have any updates on the status of infielder Javier Baez , who injured his thumb Sunday while sliding headfirst, or pitcher Jake Arrieta, who left in the.

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

Ravens officially sign former Bears RB Jeremy Langford to practice squad

The Ravens officially announced previously reported practice squad deals with running backs Jeremy Langford on Tuesday. Langford began five games for the Bears in two thousand fifteen and 2016, but was cut on Sunday when Chicago claimed Taquan Mizzell, who spent the summer with the Ravens, on waivers. Langford.

Bears running back Jeremy Langford

Anthony Rizzo nominated for two thousand seventeen Roberto Clemente Award

Very first baseman Anthony Rizzo was selected Tuesday as the Chicago Cubs' nominee for the two thousand seventeen Roberto Clemente Award. The award is given annually to the player who “best represents the game of baseball through extreme character, community involvement, philanthropy, and positive contributions.

Week one NFL power rankings: Bears commence near the bottom

(2016 record in parentheses)

Dolphins won’t open season at home because of Hurricane Irma

Hurricane Irma proceeds to create uncertainty with the Miami Dolphins’ season opener against Tampa Bay. The NFL said in a statement Tuesday that the game won’t be played at one p.m. Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium, as originally scheduled. There remains a chance the game could be played at another location.

Dolphins coach Adam Gase on preparing for Hurricane Irma

Wildfires might alter Nebraska-Oregon and Minnesota-Oregon State games

With wildfires in the Pacific Northwest menacing air quality, the Nebraska-Oregon and/or Minnesota-Oregon State games might be adjusted. A Pac-12 news release Tuesday stated that that Oregon and Oregon State officials are “working closely with the relevant regional air protection agency, the.

Eloy Jimenez, Michael Kopech earn monthly White Sox minor-league awards

The White Sox named Double-A Birmingham outfielder Eloy Jimenez and Triple-A Charlotte right-hander Michael Kopech their minor-league player and pitcher of the month Tuesday. Jimenez hit .345 with nine doubles, a triple, seven home runs, nineteen RBIs and twenty one runs over thirty games in August and September.

Prospect Michael Kopech 'excited' for White Sox future

Why the Bears' conservative plan for Mitch Trubisky is working

The Bears have eventually arrived at the regular season, which means Mitch-a-palooza is headed to a hiatus. The band's very first set is over and the party can chill for a bit. After all, it's Mike Glennon's year, as you might have heard. Mitch Trubisky will shift to the background now that the games count.

Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky

Movie from fans brings Derrick Rose to tears in China

Former Bulls guard Derrick Rose has had a lot of vocal supporters and detractors via his career. Numerous injuries have affected the former MVP who recently signed with the Cavaliers, but Rose has some fans in China who haven't given up on him.During a latest promotional event for Adidas.

Patriots have won AFC East thirteen of the last fourteen years. And there's no end in glance to the supremacy.

If you buy into the idea of a superteam in the NFL, the Patriots are to pro football what the Warriors are to the NBA. Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier was cognizant of that when asked in June if the Steelers, who have lost four consecutive games to Fresh England, including a 36-17 blowout in the.

Super Cup LI: Patriots 34, Falcons 28

Where is the Redskins' defensive coordinator? He might be hiding in a porta-potty.

Of all the published anecdotes of insanity from Greg Manusky's playing career, this might be my beloved: As a high school starlet in northeastern Pennsylvania, he used to fling a hunk of raw meat onto the locker room floor before games. Are you ready for some E. coli? “Yeah, that was back in the.

Houston Rockets sold to casino possessor Tilman Fertitta for a reported $Two.Two billion

Restaurant and casino holder Tilman Fertitta has agreed to buy the Houston Rockets from Leslie Alexander. Terms were not released and must be approved by the NBA Board of Governors, but several reports indicate the sale price was $Two.Two billion. The deal includes Clutch City Sports and Entertainment.

Brazilian prosecutors investigating allegations of vote-buying in Rio Olympic bid

Prosecutors in Brazil allege that the head of that country's Olympic committee conspired with a wealthy Brazilian businessman to purchase the votes of International Olympic Committee members during the bidding process for the two thousand sixteen Rio de Janeiro Games. O Globo, reporting from Brazil on Tuesday.

Chicago-area high school football Week three rankings

There’s only one plan the Bears should use in developing Mitch Trubisky

John Fox said the Bears have “a good plan” for developing quarterback of the future Mitch Trubisky. Yes. Well. Ahem. Hopefully it’s a smarter plan than the nonsense of calling for the No. Two overall draft pick to pass twice in the dying seconds of the fourth quarter of the fourth exhibition game.

Youth football participation declines as worries climb on about concussions, CTE

The artificial turf outside Addison Trail High School was alive with act as a practice session of the Addison Cowboys youth football club got underway. Shoulder pads cracked, coaches hollered and cheerful parents kept observe on the sidelines — all signs, to the inexpert eye, of a sport in good.

Youth football participation declines

Cubs Q&A: Ian Happ's playing time, Kyle Schwarber comparisons and Joe Maddon's strategy

Tribune Cubs reporter Mark Gonzales answers readers’ questions about Ian Happ’s playing time, expectations and comparisons inbetween Matt Davidson of the White Sox and Kyle Schwarber of the Cubs, and the strategy of Joe Maddon. What is Joe Maddon’s love affair with Ian Happ? Bottom line is that Albert.

Joe Maddon on Anthony Rizzo, Javier Baez

How Mike Glennon can keep the Bears from fast-forwarding Mitch Trubisky

The sun had scarcely set on the two thousand sixteen season when Mike Glennon began to desire. Chance was on the horizon. He just needed to pinpoint where. Glennon left Tampa, Fla., for his offseason home in Raleigh, N.C., with his wifey, Jessica, and 5-month-old son, Brady. He charged up his iPad and commenced.

Bears quarterback Mike Glennon

White Sox Q&A: Avisail Garcia’s future, Jose Abreu’s value and a strike switch

As we budge into the home spread of the two thousand seventeen White Sox season, this week’s mailbag addresses Avisail Garcia’s future, Jose Abreu’s value on the South Side and an upcoming switch in Tribune coverage. Is Avi (Garcia) going to be on the block in the offseason as a sell-high candidate for the rebuild.

White Sox GM Rick Hahn on team's roster moves: 'For the most part, we're pleased'

Joe Maddon, Chris Bosio decline response to Brett Anderson's 'tinkered' tweet

Bulls' Zach LaVine on his Sonic commercial, that dunk contest controversy and more

Zach LaVine likes cars, but the BMW i8 he bought this summer took on a special, unexpected meaning. “It's in Bulls colors, and I got it custom-made actually before I got traded,” said LaVine, the centerpiece of a package the Bulls received from the Timberwolves for Jimmy Butler and a pick on draft night.

Diamondbacks' J.D. Martinez hits four home runs, ties MLB record

J.D. Martinez hit a record-tying four home runs for the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night, tying the major league record in a startling power display at Dodger Stadium. And get this: He struck out his very first time up, then connected four times in a row, including shots in the seventh, eighth and.

Juan Martin del Potro rallies past Dominic Thiem, faces Roger Federer next at U.S. Open

Juan Martin del Potro's stay at the U.S. Open truly should be over. Almost was. The two thousand nine champ at Flushing Meadows had a fever and thought about quitting while ripping off the opening two sets with little resistance against No. 6-seeded Dominic Thiem in the fourth round Monday. Then he trailed.

White Sox can't halt Indians' 12-game win streak

Monday was Rymer Liriano's day at Ensured Rate Field. The White Sox left fielder collected two hits and three RBIs, his very first in the big leagues since 2014. Unluckily for the Sox, it also was the Indians' day — as it has been every day since Aug. 24. The Indians overcame Liriano's strong.

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Rymer Liriano

Bears' injured starters: Week one status and options to substitute them

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Cubs season not yet a classic, but the plot is thickening

Kris Bryant was displaying off his Paul Crewe “Mean Machine” jersey Sunday morning in the Cubs clubhouse, leisure wear for their latest theme journey celebrating the begin of football season. “The Longest Yard” was Bryant's choice movie reference, but which one, the Adam Sandler version or the original.

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

Cubs want Willson Contreras to take it slow; not so for Javier Baez

Willson Contreras runs the bases

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Rymer Liriano

White Sox manager Rick Renteria discusses the play of latest White Sox call-up Rymer Liriano on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)

Justin Thomas wins Dell Technologies Championship for 5th title of the season

Jake Arrieta optimistic hamstring injury won't sideline him: 'I think it's going to be OK'

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

Leonys Martin relishes surprise Cubs debut as pitcher

Joe Maddon on Jake Arrieta's hamstring

On the eve of a crucial game, the U.S. dudes's national team is feeling the warmth

White Sox to host prospects Michael Kopech, Eloy Jimenez this week

The White Sox will welcome two of their top prospects this week to Assured Rate Field — as guests. With many minor-league seasons wrapping up Monday, Double-A Birmingham outfielder Eloy Jimenez and Triple-A Charlotte right-hander Michael Kopech are scheduled to visit Chicago on Tuesday and Wednesday.

A look at the White Sox beginning roster in 2020

Joe Maddon on Jake Arrieta's hamstring

Cubs manager Joe Maddon discusses starter Jake Arrieta's hamstring injury on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

Cubs starter Jake Arrieta discusses his hamstring injury on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Pirates 12, Cubs zero

Photos from the Cubs-Pirates game at PNC Park in Pittsburgh on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017.

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Adam Engel

White Sox manager Rick Renteria discusses the play of latest White Sox call-up Rymer Liriano on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)

White Sox starter James Shields on bruised knee

White Sox pitcher James Shields discusses his bruised knee on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)

Mike Glennon to commence vs. Falcons as Bears' QB pecking order takes form

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Son of Mike Locksley, former Illinois offensive coordinator, shot and killed

Freshman Mike Epstein's loyalty pays off for Illinois

Bears make brainy decision keeping Mark Sanchez on the roster

Dolphins say they'll be ready if Hurricane Irma compels Sunday's game to budge

Omar Kelly and Chris Perkins discuss how Hurricane Irma can affect the Dolphins and more

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Tribune reporters Rich Campbell and Dan Wiederer look at the Bears injury list ahead of the season opener against the Falcons in the latest edition of Halas Hall Pass.

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

Cubs manager Joe Maddon talks about the injury to Javier Baez on Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

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Jake Arrieta's instantaneous response to injury a refreshing reminder for Cubs

We live in a professional sports world in which caution rules and athletes insulated by fear of injury too often protect their self-interest with bubble wrap, cautiously plotting every stir to maximize their earning potential. That safe, me-first culture sometimes pits cautiousness versus competitiveness.

Cubs starter Jake Arrieta on his Grade one hamstring strain

Cubs starter Jake Arrieta to miss 1-2 starts with Grade one hamstring strain

Jake Arrieta underwent an MRI on his right hamstring on Tuesday afternoon that exposed a Grade one strain, which will cause him to miss at least one commence. Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon raised that probability during his pre-game session with reporters, and left-hander Mike Montgomery will commence.

Cubs starter Jake Arrieta on his Grade one hamstring strain

Cubs starter Jake Arrieta on his Grade one hamstring strain

Cubs starter Jake Arrieta discusses his Grade one hamstring strain on Tuesday, Sept. Five, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Urban Meyer to get look at fresh kid on coaching block: Oklahoma's Lincoln Riley

Urban Meyer was once the hot youthful coach. He got the Bowling Green job at age 36, won national coach of the year at Utah at forty and won his very first national title at Florida at 42. Now a youthful'un stands in the way of Meyer's quest for a third undefeated season — and 2nd at Ohio State. Oklahoma.

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

Cubs manager Joe Maddon credits Javier Baez for becoming everyday player

Manager Joe Maddon said Tuesday that Javier Baez has earned the title of every-day player. But Maddon added that wouldn't have been possible without a path that witnessed Baez spend most of two thousand fifteen in the minors and serve the last one 1/Two seasons as a super utility player. Now, the Cubs have enough confidence.

Joe Maddon on Anthony Rizzo, Javier Baez

Sloane Stephens reaches U.S. Open semifinals to proceed her comeback season

The stunning, sparkling summer of 24-year-old American Sloane Stephens, which had stunned and sparkled pretty much out of the blue, stunned and sparkled still more on Tuesday. It did so even after two hours, twenty eight minutes of fracas that kept swerving back and forward until it eventually found its way to.

Indians take 6-4 lead against White Sox, David Holmberg

The Indians hit three home runs in the very first three innings to bolt to a 6-4 lead against the White Sox on Tuesday night at Ensured Rate Field. Sox left-hander David Holmberg gave up a home run to Austin Jackson and two homers to Jose Ramirez over the very first two innings. Greg Allen also hit.

Pirates stage late rally, top Cubs 4-3

The Cubs, without slugger Anthony Rizzo, blew a two-run lead Tuesday night as the Pirates scored two runs in the bottom of the eighth inning off reliever Carl Edwards Jr. to seize a 4-3 win and arm the Cubs their third consecutive loss. Rizzo was given the night off by manager Joe Maddon with.

Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott's suspension upheld, but will play Week one

Dallas running back Ezekiel Elliott's attorneys say his six-game suspension over a domestic violence case has been upheld, but he will play the opener because of the timing of the arbitrator's decision. Elliott attorney Jeffrey Kessler told the judge near the end of a more than two-hour hearing.

Cubs catcher Taylor Davis dazed by movie attention

If reaching the major leagues six seasons after signing his very first professional contract as a non-drafted free agent was stunning, Taylor Davis has been even more shocked by the media requests following his popular movie while playing for Triple-A Iowa. “It's been hectic,” Davis said Tuesday.

Cubs catcher Taylor Davis on his movie stardom

Cubs catcher Taylor Davis on his movie stardom

Cubs catcher Taylor Davis discusses his viral movie stardom as a member of the Iowa Cubs on Tuesday, Sept. Five, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

White Sox minors: Tyler Danish injured in car crash; Dylan Cease sidelined with tiredness

White Sox pitching prospect Tyler Danish suffered a dislocated left shoulder when he was involved in a multi-car crash that involved a semi-truck on his way home from his Triple-A Charlotte season Monday night. The Sox said Tuesday that Danish was treated at a Jacksonville, Fla., hospital for the.

White Sox pitcher Tyler Danish on recording very first career win

Bobby Wood's late aim gives U.S. draw with Honduras, keeps World Cup hopes alive

With the U.S. five minutes away from observing its pursuit of an eighth consecutive World Cup earnestly impeded, Bobby Wood rescued the Americans by scoring off a mad scramble in front of the purpose, salvaging 1-1 tie with Honduras and keeping the U.S. in charge of its own qualifying fate. With the.

White Sox release Derek Holland, surprise Jace Fry with call to majors

Jace Fry's father was on a fishing tour, so he couldn't be reached with the news. When Fry called his mother and his fiancee, they didn't believe him. “Both thought I was lounging, like, 'No, abandon messing with me. You're kidding,'” Fry said. “I was like, 'I'm not, so go get that flight booked.'” Fry.

White Sox starter Derek Holland on health, loss to Twins

Crimson Sox reportedly used Apple Observe to steal Yankees' signs

The first-place Boston Crimson Sox have reportedly admitted to Major League Baseball that they improperly used electronic devices to steal signs from their longtime rival Fresh York Yankees. The Fresh York Times reported Tuesday the Crimson Sox used a high-tech see to relay signs by the Yankees catchers.

Dolphins won’t open season at home Sunday because of Hurricane Irma

Chris Perkins and Dave Hyde discuss Hurricane Irma screenplays for the Miami Dolphins

Bears bring in four WRs for tryout; look at former Lions third-round pick

Three days after making cuts to reach the 53-man roster limit and a day after placing safety Deiondre’ Hall on injured reserve to make room for defensive tackle John Jenkins, the Bears had eight players at Halas Hall for a tryout. An NFL source said the Bears brought in four broad receivers and.

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Cubs manager Joe Maddon on Jake Arrieta, Willson Contreras

Cubs manager Joe Maddon offers injury updates on starter Jake Arrieta and catcher Willson Contreras on Tuesday, Sept. Five, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Cubs catcher Willson Contreras on his hamstring, rehab

Cubs catcher Willson Contreras discusses his hamstring injury and his rehab plan on Tuesday, Sept. Five, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)

Iowa fires back on accusation that it should have protected C.J. Beathard

In a jarring lump published last week by The Fresh York Times, Ed Cunningham disclosed why he gave up his prominent, 20-year gig as a college football analyst for ESPN. Cunningham said he could no longer be a “cheerleader” for a sport with “some real dangers: cracked limbs, wear and rip. But the.

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

ESPN denies report Taylor Swift will perform at College Football National Championship

Big Ten power rankings: Penn State tops after season opener

Bears podcast: Bears season preview and predictions

Fresh Bears podcast hosts take no prisoners — even former teammates

Joe Maddon cautious about injuries to Javier Baez and Jake Arrieta

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

Ravens officially sign former Bears RB Jeremy Langford to practice squad

The Ravens officially announced previously reported practice squad deals with running backs Jeremy Langford on Tuesday. Langford commenced five games for the Bears in two thousand fifteen and 2016, but was cut on Sunday when Chicago claimed Taquan Mizzell, who spent the summer with the Ravens, on waivers. Langford.

Anthony Rizzo nominated for two thousand seventeen Roberto Clemente Award

Cubs Q&A: Ian Happ's playing time, Kyle Schwarber comparisons and Joe Maddon's strategy

Wildfires might alter Nebraska-Oregon and Minnesota-Oregon State games

Eloy Jimenez, Michael Kopech earn monthly White Sox minor-league awards

Prospect Michael Kopech 'excited' for White Sox future

Why the Bears' conservative plan for Mitch Trubisky is working

Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky

Movie from fans brings Derrick Rose to tears in China

Former Bulls guard Derrick Rose has had a lot of vocal supporters and detractors across his career. Numerous injuries have affected the former MVP who recently signed with the Cavaliers, but Rose has some fans in China who haven't given up on him.During a latest promotional event for Adidas.

Patriots have won AFC East thirteen of the last fourteen years. And there's no end in view to the supremacy.

Super Cup LI: Patriots 34, Falcons 28

Where is the Redskins' defensive coordinator? He might be hiding in a porta-potty.

Of all the published anecdotes of insanity from Greg Manusky's playing career, this might be my dearest: As a high school starlet in northeastern Pennsylvania, he used to fling a hunk of raw meat onto the locker room floor before games. Are you ready for some E. coli? “Yeah, that was back in the.

Houston Rockets sold to casino holder Tilman Fertitta for a reported $Two.Two billion

Restaurant and casino possessor Tilman Fertitta has agreed to buy the Houston Rockets from Leslie Alexander. Terms were not released and must be approved by the NBA Board of Governors, but several reports indicate the sale price was $Two.Two billion. The deal includes Clutch City Sports and Entertainment.

Brazilian prosecutors investigating allegations of vote-buying in Rio Olympic bid

Chicago-area high school football Week three rankings

There’s only one plan the Bears should use in developing Mitch Trubisky

Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky

Youth football participation declines as worries climb on about concussions, CTE

The artificial turf outside Addison Trail High School was alive with act as a practice session of the Addison Cowboys youth football club got underway. Shoulder pads cracked, coaches hollered and cheerful parents kept see on the sidelines — all signs, to the inexpert eye, of a sport in good.

Youth football participation declines

Cubs Q&A: Ian Happ's playing time, Kyle Schwarber comparisons and Joe Maddon's strategy

Joe Maddon on Anthony Rizzo, Javier Baez

How Mike Glennon can keep the Bears from fast-forwarding Mitch Trubisky

The sun had slightly set on the two thousand sixteen season when Mike Glennon began to desire. Chance was on the horizon. He just needed to pinpoint where. Glennon left Tampa, Fla., for his offseason home in Raleigh, N.C., with his wifey, Jessica, and 5-month-old son, Brady. He charged up his iPad and commenced.

Bears quarterback Mike Glennon

White Sox Q&A: Avisail Garcia’s future, Jose Abreu’s value and a hit switch

White Sox GM Rick Hahn on team's roster moves: 'For the most part, we're pleased'

Joe Maddon, Chris Bosio decline response to Brett Anderson's 'tinkered' tweet

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

Bulls' Zach LaVine on his Sonic commercial, that dunk contest controversy and more

Zach LaVine likes cars, but the BMW i8 he bought this summer took on a special, unexpected meaning. “It's in Bulls colors, and I got it custom-built actually before I got traded,” said LaVine, the centerpiece of a package the Bulls received from the Timberwolves for Jimmy Butler and a pick on draft night.

Diamondbacks' J.D. Martinez hits four home runs, ties MLB record

Juan Martin del Potro rallies past Dominic Thiem, faces Roger Federer next at U.S. Open

White Sox can't halt Indians' 12-game win streak

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Rymer Liriano

Bears' injured starters: Week one status and options to substitute them

Halas Hall Pass: Bears injuries heading into season opener vs. Falcons

Cubs season not yet a classic, but the plot is thickening

Kris Bryant was displaying off his Paul Crewe “Mean Machine” jersey Sunday morning in the Cubs clubhouse, leisure wear for their latest theme excursion celebrating the embark of football season. “The Longest Yard” was Bryant's choice movie reference, but which one, the Adam Sandler version or the original.

Joe Maddon on thumb injury to Javier Baez

Cubs want Willson Contreras to take it slow; not so for Javier Baez

Willson Contreras runs the bases

White Sox manager Rick Renteria on Rymer Liriano

White Sox manager Rick Renteria discusses the play of latest White Sox call-up Rymer Liriano on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)

Justin Thomas wins Dell Technologies Championship for 5th title of the season

The victories keep piling up for Justin Thomas, and all that does is make him want more. In a Labor Day finish that was firmer than the final margin suggested, Thomas kept his patience when Jordan Spieth shot out to a brief lead and Marc Leishman built a two-shot lead at the turn. Keeping his mistakes.

Jake Arrieta optimistic hamstring injury won't sideline him: 'I think it's going to be OK'

Jake Arrieta on hamstring injury: 'It could have been a lot worse'

Leonys Martin relishes surprise Cubs debut as pitcher

Joe Maddon on Jake Arrieta's hamstring

On the eve of a crucial game, the U.S. studs's national team is feeling the warmth

White Sox to host prospects Michael Kopech, Eloy Jimenez this week

A look at the White Sox commencing roster in 2020

Joe Maddon on Jake Arrieta's hamstring

Cubs manager Joe Maddon discusses starter Jake Arrieta's hamstring injury on Monday, Sept. Four, 2017. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)